English Language Learner Teacher/ESL
Mar 3, 2006 11:14 AM
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
The UFT Elementary Charter School
Position: English Language Learner Teacher/ESL
Location of Activity: 300 Wyona Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Deadline: April 30, 2008
The UFT Elementary Charter School is accepting applications for ELL Teacher/ESL.
Qualifications
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A belief that all students can achieve academic and personal excellence
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A belief in the importance of public education as a means to prepare a democratic citizenry
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New York State Certification as a Teacher of English as a Second Language
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Demonstrated ability as a classroom teacher with at least three years of experience teaching English Language Learners
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An understanding of a range of learning strategies and techniques with a special emphasis on pedagogy for English Language Learners
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Demonstrated ability to modify curriculum and educational approaches to meet the needs of English Language Learners
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Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and collegially with the School Leader, teachers, and other staff in a school founded on democratic values and committed to democratic governance
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Demonstrated ability to build and manage relationships with numerous stakeholders including colleagues, students, and family members
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Demonstrated ability to problem solve effectively
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Strong communication skills
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Proficiency in data analysis and the use of student achievement data to drive decision-making
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Willingness to participate in and/or provide professional development services
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Thorough understanding of the laws, regulations, and assessments applicable to educating English Language Learners, including the New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test
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Demonstrated organizational ability
Responsibilities
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Embody, preserve, and promote the school’s mission, purpose, and core values
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Teach English Language Learning students and coordinate their learning experiences to ensure the acquisition of English language literacy and the attainment of NYS learning standards
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Develop lesson plans and coordinate with grade-level colleagues in the development of interdisciplinary units of study
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Engage in effective and appropriate classroom management
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Prepare individual student achievement reports for parents/guardians
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Work with general education teachers to modify their instruction for English Language Learners
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Model appropriate and innovative teaching methodologies for English Language Learners
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Prepare modifications of the school curriculum and course of study for English Language Learners
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Prepare and deliver professional development on the education of English Language Learners
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Serve as the coordinator of the school’s English as a Second Language program, with responsibility for ensuring that English Language Learners receive a quality education which addresses their particular needs and conforms to Federal and State requirements for instruction of English Language Learners
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Prepare reports to the Board of Trustees and the charter entity concerning the education of English Language Learners
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Together with the school Coordinator of Operations and Outreach, prepare formal State and Federal compliance reports in the field of English as a Second Language education
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Administer LAB-BESIS and other diagnostic tests for English Language Learners
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Facilitate parent/guardian involvement
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Perform other duties as necessary to support English as a Second Language education, in the school
Application: Submit cover letter and résumé, via email, to:
ELL TEACHER/ESL
Shep Brown
The UFT Elementary Charter School
300 Wyona Street
Brooklyn, NY 11207
sbrown@uftecs.org
Deadline: Submit résumé and cover letter, via email, by April 30, 2008
Note: Charter schools are autonomous public schools incorporated as independent not-for-profit organizations. Applicants currently employed by the New York City Department of Education are eligible to take a two-year leave of absence to work in a charter school.
The UFT Elementary Charter School is an equal opportunity employer.
